What happened: The Cleveland Guardians are promoting top pitching prospect Daniel Espino to the major league roster for his debut this weekend. In a corresponding transaction, the club traded outfielder Nolan Jones to the Chicago White Sox in exchange for $250,000 in international bonus pool money.

Why it matters: Espino’s arrival marks a major comeback for the former first-round pick following nearly four years of injury setbacks, adding a 100-mph power arm to a Cleveland bullpen seeking stability. Moving Jones, who was previously outrighted, clears a roster path for younger talent while providing the Guardians with flexible international funds.

What to watch: Espino is expected to be available for the series against the Tigers starting tonight. Cleveland enters the matchup as a favorite with the total set at 8.5 runs.